The Scout Law
trustworthy, loyal, helpful,
friendly,
courteous, kind,
obedient,
cheerful, thrifty,
brave,
clean, and reverent.
A Scout is
TRUSTWORTHY. A Scout tells the truth. He keeps his promises. Honesty is a part of his code of
conduct. People can always depend
on him.
A Scout is LOYAL. A Scout is true to his
family, friends, Scout leaders, school, nation and world community.
A Scout is HELPFUL. A Scout is
concerned about other people. He
willingly volunteers to help others without expecting payment or reward.
A Scout is FRIENDLY. A Scout is a friend to all. He is a brother to other Scouts. He seeks to understand others. He respects those with ideas and customs that are different from his own.
A Scout is COURTEOUS. A Scout is polite to everyone regardless of age or position. He knows that good manners make it easier for people to get along together,
A Scout is KIND. A Scout understands there
is strength in being gentle. He
treats others as he wants to be treated.
A Scout is OBEDIENT. A Scout follows the rules of his family, school, and troop. He obeys the laws of his community and country. If he thinks these rules and laws are unfair, he tries to have them changed in an orderly manner rather than disobey.
A Scout is CHEERFUL. A
Scout looks for the bright side of life. He cheerfully does tasks that come his
way. He tries to make others
happy.
A Scout is THRIFTY. A Scout works to pay his way and to help others. He saves for the future. He protects and conserves natural resources. He carefully uses time and property.
A Scout is BRAVE. A Scout can face danger even if he is afraid. He has the courage to stand for what he thinks is right even if others laugh at him or threaten him.
A Scout is CLEAN. A Scout keeps his body and mind fit and clean. He goes around with those who believe in living by these same ideals. He helps keep his home and community clean.
A Scout is REVERENT. A Scout
is reverent toward God. He is
faithful in his religious duties.
He respects the beliefs of others.
